UK: /æθˈletɪk/ (Note: IPA verified via Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary)
语源 (Etymology)
Origin:
From Greek athlētikós (pertaining to athletes or contests), derived from athlētes (athlete), itself from athlon (contest, prize in sports). 中文翻译: 词源来自希腊语 athlētikós(与运动员或竞赛相关),源自 athlētes(运动员),后者来自 athlon(体育竞赛、奖品)。
Historical Shift:
16th century: First adopted in English to describe "relating to athletic contests" → Modern: Broadened to mean "physically strong, active, or vigorous" (semantic extension). 中文翻译: 16世纪初引入英语时指“与体育竞赛相关的”,现代词义扩展为“体格强健的、活跃的或精力充沛的”(语义扩展)。
If no record: N/A (well-documented etymology)
解释 (Definition)
中文解释:
运动的;运动员的(relating to athletes or sports)
体格强健的;行动敏捷的(physically strong, fit, and active)
English (Oxford):
(adj.) Relating to athletes or athletics;
(adj.) Having a strong, healthy, and active body.
例句 (Example Sentences)
例句 1: "She joined the athletic club to improve her stamina and coordination."
(她加入了运动俱乐部以提升耐力和协调性。) Context: Referring to sports-related activities.
例句 2: "His athletic build made him a natural fit for the basketball team."